Cornerstone: Aug. 23, 2024

Chancellor's Budget Forum on Oct. 22

Join Chancellor Dan White for a presentation of the university鈥檚 budget on Tuesday, Oct. 22, at 1 p.m. in the Wood Center Ballroom. The event will also be available online. Learn more about the forum and participating panelists.

Connected 'in every which way'

Britton Anderson 鈥�10 keeps his ties to Nanook Nation alive, while hockey fans do the same for his famous cheer. Read more on Anderson's connection in the fall 2024 Aurora.听

Prepare for the Great 乐虎直播 Shakeout on Oct. 17 at 10:17 a.m.

On Thursday, Oct. 17 at 10:17 a.m, 乐虎直播ns will come together for the Great 乐虎直播 ShakeOut, an annual statewide earthquake drill aimed at preparing 乐虎直播ns for real earthquake events. Earthquakes are a part of life in 乐虎直播, with the state experiencing more seismic activity than any other in the U.S. The Great 乐虎直播 ShakeOut serves as a critical reminder to review and practice what to do when one occurs. Whether you're a lifelong 乐虎直播n or new to the state, it's vital to know how to respond effectively and safely during an earthquake. Learn more about how to participate in the ShakeOut.

A woman displays a piece of food preservation equipment on a stove in a community kitchen

Food preservation, pesticides, pollinators highlight Kodiak Extension Week

The 乐虎直播 Cooperative Extension Service is planning a week of workshops and webinars in Kodiak this month. Topics include managing, cultivating and preserving Kodiak's local food sources; livestock nutrition; attracting pollinators; using pesticides on invasive plants; and information about common garden pests. Read more and register for one or more of the workshops and webinars.

Discover UAF: Overview for remote employees

New employees working remotely are invited to participate in an hour-long overview of UAF via Zoom on Monday, Oct. 21 from 1-2 p.m.听. These events are held monthly. Attendees听will receive a branded UAF t-shirt. Email听UAF-welcome-team@alaska.edu听if you have questions.

Auroras during an Outdoor Adventures outing.

Outdoor Adventures trips still available

There are spots available on both Photograph the Aurora trips (Nov. 11 and Nov. 15) through Outdoor Adventures. There are also a handful of open spots for the White Mountain Cross Country Ski trip on Nov. 16. Learn more and register for trips.

October training spotlight: Inclusiveness and understanding bias

The UA HR Talent Acquisition and Development Team has curated a collection of videos that explore critical themes of inclusiveness and diversity, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and addressing unconscious bias in our daily interactions and offering practical strategies for enhancing communication. Read more and visit the curated collection.

What's happening

Celebrate birch trees under the full moon (Oct. 17)

A woman wearing safety gear, including gloves, a helmet, face mask and ear protection, cuts a log with a chainsaw.

Learn about firewood, chainsaw safety in statewide webinars

Glen Holt, a retired forester who works with the 乐虎直播 Cooperative Extension Service, will host two free webinars to discuss firewood and chainsaw safety. Register for a webinar.

Workshop: Time Management Principles on Nov. 14

It sometimes seems as if a 24-hour day isn鈥檛 long enough to get everything done. By following the principles discussed in this workshop on Nov. 14 from 11 a.m. to noon you may still not get everything done, but you should feel more in control of your very busy life. Read more and register for the online workshop.

Grail and Revy Conley smile while holding up three checks.

Arctic Innovation Competition accepting ideas for 2025

The Arctic Innovation Competition is accepting ideas for 2025. Competitors of all ages in North America may submit their ideas for a chance to win cash prizes of up to $15,000. Learn more about the competition and how to enter.

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